Posts tagged “Cisco”

March 21, 2002

High-Tech Is Crucial to Homeland Security, Panel Tells NCEITA Crowd

'My challenge to this group -- is to work with the government in ways you never have before,' Cisco exec says. In post 9-11 era, 'everyone will become a security expert and reorganize their business plan to do this,' adds FBI agent.

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March 18, 2002

Security tops NCEITA's Forum Agenda; Easley Among Speakers

In post 9-11 world, executives and companies are wary of network protection. Program brings together wide variety of experts from private enterprise to US military.

March 15, 2002

Poyner & Spruill Hires Specialist in Bid To Expand Tech Practice

Raleigh law firm wants to expand beyond its ties to state government by raising the profile of its technology work. 'We can bring a lot of resources to young companies,' partner says.

March 7, 2002

At NC Department of Commerce, Seeking Growth Is Still State of Mind

'We're seeing a fair level of interest from prospective employers, but people still are slow to make any commitment,' says state tech recruiter Jim Nichols. He also wants to see state working more with VC firms.

March 6, 2002

MindBlazer Looks to Television for Web-Casting Inspiration

Charlotte company, partnered with Yahoo!, helps corporations reach out to customers with technology that some day could be as common as CD-ROM. Bonus: No more 'dull talking head at a podium' presentations.

March 4, 2002

Protean Devices Snags Chip Idea, Funding From NEC, Seeks More Money

Cary-based semiconductor firm is close to landing more than $10 million to begin production of a reconfigurable chip for networking customers. <b> Other news: </b> Silicon Networks gets a boost.

February 28, 2002

Ready for a Return to Growth? UNC Economist Sees Very Good Times Ahead

James Smith, professor of finance at UNC-CH and rated the most accurate economic forecaster three of the past five years by the Wall Street Journal, sees 10 years of strong growth ahead.

February 28, 2002

Cisco's Deal with Equant One of Many in the Growing VoIP Market

At least four other major companies have recently agreed to work with Cisco in voice-over-Internet Protocol. RTP campus is key to company's VoIP efforts. Nortel, too, focusing on VoIP.

February 25, 2002

Will Telecom Business Ring Up Deals in 2002? Signal Certainly Went Dead in 2001

The U.S. telecommunications industry crashed last year, and the shockwave rippled through the Triangle. The outlook for this year isn't much brighter, although Cisco has seen an up-tick in demand.

February 21, 2002

Certification Training Pays Off with Employees Commanding Higher Salaries, Survey Finds

IT certification programs are not a guarantee for job security, according to Global Knowledge. Average cost for IT programs nears $2,000.

February 14, 2002

IPO Outlook: Not Bad, But No One Expects a Return to Boon Times

Investment Bankers, law firms, and venture capitalists see a better outlook for IPOs this year, but technology start-ups may have a long wait before the door opens for them.

February 13, 2002

Vivek Speaks, Part II: 'I'm Cautiously Optimistic' About the Future

'This is the time to be building a company or launching a venture,' says Relativity's CEO. 'Two years ago, we were in a state of delusion.'

February 12, 2002

Underwriters Laboratories Moving Software Unit Back to Illinois; Decision Triggers Layoffs at Cisys

UL won't say why some 20 developers are being moved or cut. Cisys lets employees go on Friday, Monday. Pay already had been cut once then restored, former Cisys employee says.

February 8, 2002

Flextronics Picks Franklin County for Expansion, But There's No Guarantee on How Many Jobs

Contract electronics manufacturer's decision could bring up to 1,500 jobs and a $20-million investment. Governor says scope of deal is assured. Company says it's not.

Tags: Cisco, Nortel
February 8, 2002

Raleigh-Based Alcatel Executive Faces a Tough Challenge: Taking Over as Struggling Firm's CTO

Analyst says Niel Ransom will need to develop revised strategy for the company as the telecommunications sector continues to struggle. "What he needs to do is lay out a new vision for Alcatel -- and that will be difficult to do," analyst says.

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